The Calhoun (GA) varsity football team will host Spalding (Griffin, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Calhoun. This matchup is part of the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A” tournament.

Spalding vs Calhoun High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Spalding vs Calhoun
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A
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Game Preview: Spalding vs Calhoun

The Calhoun High School football team (7-3) will host Spalding (5-5) for a first-round playoff matchup in the 2024 GHSA Class 3A Football Playoffs on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. The game will be held at Calhoun’s home field, where they are undefeated in region play this season.

Team Overview

Spalding enters the game with a 5-5 record, finishing their region schedule with a 4-4 mark. The team has had a mix of results, with a solid 3-2 record in away games. The Jaguars have scored an average of 20.3 points per game, with their offense primarily driven by the rushing game, led by Draylin Gilbert, who averages 47.4 yards per game.

On the other hand, Calhoun, with a 7-3 record, has been dominant in region play, finishing undefeated at 6-0. The Yellow Jackets have scored an average of 28.6 points per game, with a balanced offensive attack. They have been strong both on the ground and in the air, with Hunter White leading the rushing attack and Trace Hawkins providing a reliable passing option.

Key Players

For Spalding, Draylin Gilbert will be key on the ground, while quarterback Dashun Gilbert will look to lead the offense through the air, with Keiron Brown as a top receiving threat. Defensively, Jacyian Davis has been a standout with 7.1 tackles per game.

Calhoun’s offense is powered by Hunter White, who is averaging 47 rushing yards per game, and Trace Hawkins, who has thrown for 55 yards per game. Emaree Winston has been a reliable receiver, and the defense, led by Hawkins with 72 total yards per game, will look to pressure Spalding’s offense.

Team Stat Comparison

• Spalding: 277.5 total yards per game (143.3 rushing, 134.2 passing), 54.3 tackles per game.
• Calhoun: 315.5 total yards per game (143.1 rushing, 172.4 passing), 65.6 tackles per game.

Recent Trends

Both teams enter the playoffs on opposite ends of the momentum spectrum. Calhoun has been dominant in region play, winning six straight region games, while Spalding has had a mixed record, finishing 1-3 in non-region games.

Game Preview

Calhoun’s well-rounded offense and strong defense will be tough for Spalding to overcome, especially with the Yellow Jackets’ balanced scoring attack. However, Spalding will look to exploit any weaknesses with their own powerful rushing game and the leadership of Dashun Gilbert at quarterback.

The game will be a highly anticipated clash between a region champion and a team looking to play spoiler. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 15, and fans can expect a highly competitive playoff atmosphere at Calhoun’s home stadium.

Record Breakdown:

• Spalding: 5-5 (4-4 Region)
• Calhoun: 7-3 (6-0 Region)